The security situation of Quintana Roo post-pandemic can be best described as inconsistent — with flare-ups of incidents becoming a regular occurrence in this once super peaceful destination. For example, the chic destination of Tulum, where Instagram influencers are flocking to from the world over, has been the focus of more than its fair share …
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Archaeological tourism in Cancun is back! In the first 3 months of 2023, archaeological tourism reached 90% of its pre-pandemic levels. The industry struggled during the pandemic, which resulted in the temporary closure of archaeological zones in the country. Today, 12 of the 13 archaeological zones in Quintana Roo have reopened. Meanwhile, over 600,000 tourists …
With the Easter vacation season arriving and summer just around the corner, last-minute bookings to the Riviera Maya are seeing a huge boost. Families, couples, and young groups of friends are working hard to balance the logistics of getting time off work and finding a super last-minute deal. And it’s no surprise that this area …
According to statistics from the governor of Quintana Roo, less than .1% of tourists in Cancun are affected by security issues during their vacations. In an interview with Travel Pulse, Governor Maria Lezama said that the exact percentage of tourists affected by the state’s insecurity is 0.000002%. “The dirty war against tourist destinations does not …
Authorities in Tulum have released a bulletin statement seeking to clarify the current security situation for travelers, expats, and Tulum natives. In the statement, the authorities mention the huge success of recent operations to remove criminal activity from the area, announcing a large number of arrests and the seizure of weapons and narcotics. Recent months …
Chichén Itzá and Tulum were the first and third most visited archaeological sites in Mexico, according to data from the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH). Of the 15 archaeological sites that accounted for over 1% of total visitors, 6 were from the states of Yucatán or Quintana Roo. Other noteworthy archaeological sites on …
The state government of Quintana Roo has signed a new agreement with the WiFi provider GigNet to bring high-speed wireless internet to some of the state’s most popular tourism hotspots. With the Mexican Caribbean growing in popularity with digital nomads, this announcement will be especially welcome. As well as being an added incentive for those …
If you’re visiting the Mexican Caribbean in the next few months, then here are a few upcoming events you won’t want to miss: Sacred Mayan Journey If you’re looking for a really unique and exciting experience, which offers an insight into the ancient Mayan world and their spiritual beliefs, then this one is for you! …
The Riviera Maya just received some fantastic news. Sargassum levels have dropped significantly since February, with current levels being just a fifth of what they were a month ago. This is a huge relief for both tourists and locals, as sargassum has been a major issue for the region, with each year becoming progressively worse. …
Whether you’re going on a trip down the street, jetting off around the world, or somewhere in between, safety is extremely important to all of us and something we never take for granted. When it comes to traveling to Mexico, traveler safety and security have been under the spotlight in recent weeks, following several high-profile …